When to plant potato in Arkansas
Arkansas spans USDA zones 7a–8b, so the right time to plant potato shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about February 13 in Texarkana to March 15 in Rogers — below are local dates for 39 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Rock | 8a | March 21 | November 10 | February 21 – March 7 |
| Fayetteville | 7a | April 4 | October 31 | March 7 – March 21 |
| Fort Smith | 8a | March 25 | November 6 | February 25 – March 11 |
| Springdale | 7a | April 4 | October 31 | March 7 – March 21 |
| Jonesboro | 7b | March 23 | November 9 | February 23 – March 9 |
| Rogers | 7a | April 12 | October 26 | March 15 – March 29 |
| Conway | 8a | April 2 | November 2 | March 5 – March 19 |
| North Little Rock | 8a | March 21 | November 10 | February 21 – March 7 |
Potato in Arkansas: FAQ
When can I plant potato in Arkansas?
Across Arkansas, the time to direct-sow potato spans roughly February 13 in Texarkana to March 15 in Rogers, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the potato planting date vary across Arkansas?
Yes. Arkansas publishes 39 cities with their own frost dates, so the right potato planting window shifts by weeks between the warmest and coldest parts of the state — use your city's page for the exact dates.
How long does potato take to grow in Arkansas?
Potato takes about 70–120 days to reach harvest once planted — check that this fits inside your city's frost-free season on its place page.
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